> * If you trust God's timing then you will realize that it's for your own good. * **** ------- Author's Pov ----- “ Joseph is madly in love with your Best friend. ” This words kept ringing in Evie's head several minutes after the call had ended and she still found the information overwhelming and too good to be true. Her sister Lyra Raymond is a well known fashion designer and researcher, who resided in Paris with her fiance. Given how up to date she was about everything regarding fashion, lifestyle and social media, Evielyn never hesitated to go to her when she had questions regarding those. Looking at it closely, she realized that it was so far-fetched given how Joseph pays lots of attention to Mira's every need and want. He'd always been there for her, Education wisely, Health wisely and financially wisely even though the latter had complained a number of times about him spending his money on her. He just wouldn't listen. She could recall how pale he looked whe
> * The real reason God doesn't announce his timetable to you, is for you to trust his timing. * **** ------ Miranda. ------ I've been filled with curiosity and wonder from the moment I woke up. But come to think of it, the suspense had actually started yesterday when Jose asked that I stay over for the night. Though it'd been a normal thing, yet it was so sudden. Evielyn had also decided to stay over which had never happened before. Not only that, they'd also asked me to take a day off from work, which I have rarely ever done. “ What's going on actually? ” I thought to myself for the umpteenth time. I stared at Evelyn beside me, who I still haven't forgiven for interrupting my beauty. She'd been acting weird all day, asking me to freshen up, style my hair and dress up beautifully for an occasion I know nothing about. And now? She'd blindfolded me and was slowly leading me down the stairs. Can I know what's happening already? The suspension is killing me. It was then
> * Your name is engraved on the very palms of God's hands so he can't forget you. * **** ------ Mira. ----- “ Good morning, Na! ” I moved towards her. I didn't miss the smile that bloomed on her face on seeing me. “ Hey, Birthday girl. I hope you liked our surprise. ” “ I was stunned by it, Nanny. Thanks a whole lot. ” “ You are welcome. ” She beamed. “ You are looking absolutely stunning today, Miranda. ” Her comment made me blush. “ Thanks, Na. ” “ You know, Babe. Watching you grow daily into becoming a beautiful lady makes me emotional. It makes me think of the preteen who walked into Jose's life six years ago. It now feels like ages ago, doesn't it? ” “ Awn, Na. ” I closed the distance between us and wrapped my arms around her. Her words made me emotional as I thought about how much time had passed. I've changed from being a depressed and broken preteen into becoming a lady who's so matured and confident of the future. Oftentimes, I wonder where I would have be
> * God never delays without a purpose. * **** ------ Mira. ------ I wasn't expecting much, so was completely blown away when being showered with multiple gifts. Evielyn gifted me a diamond necklace with a red love shaped pendant. It was simple, yet priceless. Nanny gifted me a pack of hair clips and a set of pajamas. I received several miscellaneous items from my classmates and schoolmates which was very sweet. It was only after the gifting ceremony did I notice Jose's absence. Where could he have gone? I wondered looking around desperately. **** I went to my room to change my outfit, when the small party was over. There, I changed into a white jumper, blue jeans and some flip-flops. I was about to exit the room when my eyes caught sight of a spiral binded document on the bed. I advanced towards the bed and picked up the documents curiously, I was stunned at the opening title. ‘ Share Acquisition of Edison Corps. ’ Edison Corps? If I'm not wrong, that's my
> * You are not a mistake, you are not an accident. You are here for a reason. * **** “ So? You haven't given me a reply yet, have you? ” His words interrupted me from my thoughts. “ I haven't. ” “ When do you plan to? ” “ Soon. ” “ Okay. ” He advanced towards his wardrobe and got a t-shirt and pants from there. I stood there, watching him as he got dressed. “ Seems like you've acquired a new hobby now, isn’t it? ” His words brought me out of my stupor. “ What do you mean? ” “ Never mind. Anyways, I am taking my car out for a drive. Would you go with me? ” His offer was so sudden that I didn't know how to react. “ No. Yes. ” His lips curled up in a smile at my indefinite answer, “ Is it a no or a yes? ” “ What do you think? ” “ Are you flirting with me, Miranda? ” “ Me? Flirt with you? ” “ Are you asking me? ” “ Anyways. I gotta go now. ” He grabbed his wristwatch from his study desk and put it on. It was only then I remembered my reason for coming. “ Just a mi
> * Make no mistake. Your gifts will make room for you. * **** Two weeks later. After a lot of preparations, practicing and studying, the final examination finally arrived. The first day of the examination had a kind of different vibe to it. Perhaps it's because a lot of students were very nervous about the exam. Well, who wouldn't be anyways, since it's the final exams? Though there were two people who weren't and those two people are none other than our main characters, Mira and Joseph. As the first subject was English language which was a general subject all the students were seated around the school compound while they did some final preparations. Though there were others who didn't. The trio were seated together on a mat under a large mango tree which served as a shed. While Evie read some English comprehension, Mira and Joseph sat next to each other as they shared an earpiece whilst listening to some relaxing music. Mira rested on Joseph's shoulders in
> * When the world says you are not good enough. Remember the Lord Jesus Christ died for you when you were still a sinner. * **** Soon it was time for the examination. All the students went in orderly into the school's examination hall. Despite the school being a big one, the total number of students who were to sit for the final year exams were 200. While 70 of them were science students, 80 were art while the remaining 50 were commercial students. Despite the population of the students, the large hall didn't look crowded at all. Rather it was spacy. The students were all arranged according to the first letter of their surnames. Due to this, The trio didn't get to sit together. Not like it mattered anyways. They had made a promise not to participate in examination malpractice no matter what. Joseph ended up at the back seat. Mira was in the front seat while Evie was in the middle. The exam commenced just five minutes after they had all settled down. It was to last
> * God will take you just as you are. therefore you don't need to be perfect. * **** Wednesday, ------ Miranda ------ I had just finished my revisions and was about to head to bed when I recalled that Evielyn had an important paper tomorrow morning. Grabbing my phone from the bedside table, I made a call to her, she picked up on the second ring. It was almost like she'd been waiting for my call. “ Hello, Mira. ” I noted that her voice was less enthusiastic. “ Hey, girl. How are you? ” “ I am fine. What about you? ” From the tone of her voice, I could sense she was far from being fine. What could be the matter? I thought to myself. Exam pressure? I wondered. “ I am doing well, girl. Your voice sounds a bit dull. What's wrong baby girl? ” “ It's nothing really. ” “ I can tell from the tone of your voice that something is wrong. Please tell me dearie, what's wrong? ” “ Miranda, do you think I am good enough? ” Good enough? I was stunned by her question. “ Of cour